Natural Disasters

Texas November 11

Families sue Camp Mystic over deadly Texas flood, allege negligence and profit motive

Families file wrongful death lawsuit against Camp Mystic after July 4th Texas flood killed 25 campers and counselors. Legal action claims negligence and profit over safety.

Caribbean October 28

Texas honeymooners trapped in Jamaica as Category 5 Hurricane Melissa slams island

Texas newlyweds Kasydee and Hunter Bishop are trapped near Montego Bay, Jamaica, as Hurricane Melissa approaches as a Category 5 storm with 175 mph winds.

Africa September 2

Landslide kills over 1,000 people and levels entire village in Sudan's Central Darfur

Devastating landslide completely levels Tarasin Village in Sudan's Central Darfur, with rebel group reporting over 1,000 deaths and only one survivor.

Afghanistan September 1

Afghanistan hit with 6.0 magnitude near eastern border with Pakistan, hundreds killed

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near its shared border with Pakistan late Sunday, stoking reports of hundreds of casualties.

Russia August 3

Russian volcano erupts for first time in centuries after massive earthquake strikes Kamchatka Peninsula

Russian volcano erupts after centuries of dormancy, spewing hot ash into sky and triggering 7.0-magnitude earthquake with tsunami warning on Kamchatka Peninsula.

VIDEO August 3

Russian volcano Krasheninnikov spews ash miles into the sky

Russian volcano Krasheninnikov erupted for the first time in centuries, sending hot ash miles into the sky. (Credit: Artem Sheldr via AP)

Media August 2

DeSantis calls out media for 'failed drive-by attempt' to discredit 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A media dispute erupted as Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Florida's hurricane planning for the 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility following the Miami Herald's critical reporting.

Texas July 22

Texas flood recovery volunteers find dignity in helping victims

Janice Riley, Michelle Annette, and Lisa Aguillen reflect on volunteering with Kerrville flood victims, witnessing heartbreaking loss and moments of hope in the Texas community

Floods July 15

Texas flood survivors look for God in the face of tragedy

Faith communities and mental health professionals work together to help Kerrville, Texas, residents recover from flood trauma, offering spiritual guidance and emotional support.

Wildfire July 14

Historic Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed in wildfire, which closes North Rim for season

The Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, destroying the landmark building and dozens of structures while firefighters battle a second blaze north of the canyon.